Cost Quote by Mitt Romney
“When you look at 'Obamacare,' the Congressional Budget Office has said it will cost $2,500 a year more than traditional insurance. So it's adding to cost. And as a matter of fact, when the president ran for office, he said that, by this year, he would have brought down the cost of insurance for each family by $2,500 a family. Instead, it's gone up by that amount. So it's expensive. Expensive things hurt families. So that's one reason I don't want it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 2012 Republican Primary Debate, 2012
The speaker argues that Obamacare raises insurance costs by $2,500 per family, contrary to promises of lower expenses, and views higher costs as harmful to families.
In simple terms: Obamacare costs more than promised, hurting families.
Key Takeaway
Consider cost impacts before supporting policies.
Themes
healthcare
politics
economics
family welfare
Mood
skeptical
analytical
concerned
Type
political
policy
critical
When to use this quote
- family budgeting
- policy voting
- healthcare decision making
Key Concepts
insurance premiums
government promises
budget impact
Questions to Reflect On
- Are promised cost reductions realistic?
- How do higher premiums affect family stability?
A Different Perspective
Policy promises may not match outcomes; cost estimates can vary.
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